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Shintaro Mochizuki's stunning ATP debut: From karaoke solo to upsetting Taylor Fritz

Posted : 20 October 2023
On the 17th of October, Shintaro Mochizuki, an ATP wildcard ranked 215th, faced a formidable challenge in his debut ATP 500 match against world No. 31 Tomas Martin Etcheverry. The night before this significant match, Mochizuki showed a glimpse of his individuality by visiting a karaoke alone and singing solo.
 
Despite the odds, he secured a remarkable victory, defeating the Argentinian 6-4, 7-6 in a closely contested match, leaving Mochizuki in a state of disbelief and emotion at the end.
 
Mochizuki's next test was in the second round against the defending champion and world No. 10, Taylor Fritz, backed by fervent crowd support. Although he faced a daunting 0-6 loss in the first set, the Japanese player displayed immense courage and determination. The second set saw a stunning turnaround, with Mochizuki winning it 6-4, fueled by the crowd's deafening cheers and chants.
 
The decisive third set held the promise of making Japanese tennis history or marking the end of Mochizuki's journey in the tournament. His confidence remained unwavering as he battled Fritz, eventually taking the set to a tie-break.
 
With remarkable composure and control, Mochizuki secured a significant upset by winning the tie-break, marking a memorable career triumph. After the match, an elated Mochizuki confessed his initial doubts but expressed his determination to make the most of this opportunity and continue his impressive run.
 

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